Audio Technica AT2020 USB Manual, Specifications

• The price/performance standard in side-address studio 
condenser microphone technology
• Ideal for project/home-studio applications 
• High SPL handling and wide dynamic range provide unmatched 
versatility 
• Custom-engineered 16 mm low-mass diaphragm provides 
extended frequency response and superior transient response 
• Cardioid polar pattern reduces pickup of sounds from the sides 
and rear, improving isolation of desired sound source 
• Pivoting, threaded stand mount attaches securely for easy and 
precise placement of the microphone 
The AT2020 is intended for use in applications where remote power
is available. It requires 48V DC phantom power, which may be 
provided by a mixer or console, or by a separate, in-line source
such as the Audio-Technica AT8801 single-channel and CP8506
four-channel phantom power supplies.
Output from the microphone’s XLRM-type connector is low 
impedance (Lo-Z) balanced. The signal appears across Pins 2 and
3; Pin 1 is ground (shield). Output phase is “Pin 2 hot” – positive
acoustic pressure produces positive voltage at Pin 2.
To avoid phase cancellation and poor sound, all mic cables must be
wired consistently: Pin 1-to-Pin 1, etc.
Avoid leaving the microphone in the open sun or in areas where
temperatures exceed 110° F (43° C) for extended periods.
Extremely high humidity should also be avoided.
AT2020 SPECIFICATIONS
†
ELEMENT Fixed-charge back plate 
permanently polarized condenser
POLAR PATTERN  Cardioid
FREQUENCY RESPONSE 20-20,000 Hz
OPEN CIRCUIT SENSITIVITY  –37 dB (14.1 mV) re 1V at 1 Pa*
IMPEDANCE 100 ohms
MAXIMUM INPUT SOUND LEVEL  144 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
NOISE
1
20 dB SPL
DYNAMIC RANGE (typical)  124 dB, 1 kHz at Max SPL
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO
1
74 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa*
PHANTOM POWER  48V DC, 2 mA typical
REQUIREMENTS
WEIGHT (less accessories)  12.1 oz (345 g)
DIMENSIONS 6.38" (162.0 mm) long, 
2.05" (52.0 mm) maximum body 
diameter
OUTPUT CONNECTOR  Integral 3-pin XLRM-type
ACCESSORIES FURNISHED Stand mount for 
5
/
8
"-27 threaded 
stands;
5
/
8
"-27 to 
3
/
8
"-16 threaded 
adapter; soft protective pouch
†
In the interest of standards development, A.T.U.S. offers full details on its test 
methods to other industry professionals on request.
*1 Pascal = 10 dynes /cm
2
= 10 microbars = 94 dB SPL
1
Typical, A-weighted, using Audio Precision System One.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Audio-Technica U.S., Inc., 1221 Commerce Drive, Stow, Ohio 44224
Audio-Technica Limited, Old Lane, Leeds LS11 8AG England
www.audio-technica.com
P#1423-10500   P51722-EN     ©2004  Audio-Technica U.S., Inc.    Printed in China
AT2020 CARDIOID CONDENSER MICROPHONE

12" or more on axis
100
50
200
LEGEND
10k
5k
1k
500
2k
20k
Frequency in Hertz
Frequency Response
Response in dB
10 dB

SCALE IS 5 DECIBELS PER DIVISION
Polar Pattern
200 Hz
LEGEND
5 kHz
1 kHz
8 kHz
240
180
210
270
300
330
0
150
120
90
30
60

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